Rhode Island College Top Questions

"In your journey for applying to a college, the first real step is researching all of the potential colleges you're interested in. You should compare and contrast the prices and programs of the schools so that you can determine which will be better beneficial to you for the price you're paying. Disregard the level of competition and the pressures the school, or any peers, may put on you to be successful; you should do the best that you can in every subject and never settle for slacking if it is common amongst the students - just because people may want to settle for 'ok' grades doesn't mean that you should - ALWAYS work hard. Join some clubs, you might find yourself interested in things you never thought of before, and it will help you gain a better focus on the paths you may want to take. Do your work ahead of time, this will leave space in case something comes up. Also, remember take care of yourself so you have the energy to focus on other things. Most importantly: work hard play hard - find time to enjoy yourself and socialize to give your brain some off time."

Assuming I could go back in time and give my self advice as a senior. I would tell my self, "go to class early". the reason being is because when I would wait for the last minute to go to class I would sometimes go late and miss important information the teacher had to talk about. Knowing what I know now about college, so much is cramp into one lesson is crucial that I get to class early and listen to every thing the instructor has to talk about because I know what he says is important and may be on a test or final exam.

If I could go back in time to my senior year as a high school student i would tell myself to try harder in classes now because college is nothing easy. The transition from high school to college is not as difficult as everyone says but its more towards the middle of the first semester where it becomes difficult. Don't just try to get by in your classes strive for more because not all professors teach the same or grade the same, what may seem like just enough won't always be just enough.

I would have paid for all the college credit classes I took in high school and started college with over 12 credits. This would have allowed me more time on the classes that pertain to my major, rather than the general education classes I am taking now.

If I were allowed this chance, I would tell my high school self to really put all of their energy into making sure college applicatons are completed correct and meet the highest standard during the heat of College Application season. Also I would advise that my high school self should figure out all of the financial parts for EACH INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL. The school may be the school of your dreams, but it may also cost 40,000 dollars a year. If you know your realistic financial situation then be realistic when picking schools. On the contrary, if you will stop at nothing to go to the school of your dreams, then find ways to pay for it. The transition from High School to College is extreme. It's extreme because of one big thing that College students are given, FREEDOM! Freedom is not free, so DO NOT abuse the privilage. When you start to abuse it, you will lose yourself and the plans you had for your life. Use your freedom wisely, because one little mistake could change your life forever, which is especially hard when you are an independent. In short, stay focused on YOUR own goals and aspirations!

I would prepare myself more for the experience of going to college. I didn't necessarily feel like I was ready for college when I graduated. I would love to go back, and study a lot harder then i did. even though i studied really hard when I was in high school.

The advice i would give myself is that college is a place to meet new people and open your mind to new ideas and beliefs. One way is join clubs thorugh these you can meet new people and gain better communication skills. Also to always study and not allow yourself to get distracted, the major that you chooses you have to stick with it and never second guess yourself. If you are willing to sacrifice a lot to get into college it is worth in the long haul. Never be afraid to ask any questions, and there is no such thing as too much knowledge. The more you gain the better you become academically and allow to accomplish things like honors, dean's list. etc. As long as you stay motivated there is nothing you cant accomplish.

If I had an opportunity to return in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advice myself not to wait to return to college. I would tell myself that regardless of the issues and trials that I may go through, and I will go through them; that I must continue my journey of a higher education. I would example to myself that even though I feel as though I am having a hard time now, quiting would be the easy thing to do. In addition I would tell myself that I would be able to fit into college life with greater easy as a young person, verses an older adult returning after graduating high school 20 years prior. I would tell myself enjoy and treasure every moment of my experience.

I would tell my younger self to believe in yourself even when it seems that no one else cares. Try harder and be confident so that you can choose any school in the world regardless of your financial status. Finally, read, read, read because knowledge is power.

Reasearch more schools! Try to find one that you can afford that offers the best facilities and classes in the major you want to attend.